About this Event
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - LIMITED SEATING MUST BE A HBOR MEMBER
Planning for Tomorrow: Smart Growth & Housing Solutions
Planning for Tomorrow is an inaugural community symposium that brings together REALTORS®, the City of Hendersonville and other local government representatives, nonprofit organizations, business leaders, and community partners to explore the issues shaping Henderson County's future. Hosted by the Hendersonville Board of REALTORS® and supported through a National Association of REALTORS® Smart Growth Grant.
Attend and gain insights into planning, zoning, smart growth, housing, and community initiatives while building meaningful connections across our community. Enjoy:
-Multiple Educational Sessions,
-A Community Resource Showcase,
-Networking opportunities,
-And A Panel Discussion with Local Leaders
Agenda:
9:30-10:00 AM | Registration & Community Resource Showcase10:00-11:00 AM | Planning & Zoning 101 - Hear from speakers with the City of Hendersonville
11:15-12:15 PM | Educational Breakout Session with 4 Classes to Choose From
- Option 1: Ecusta Trail + Greenways - Hear from Laura Rice, Chris Burns, & Mike Huffman
- Option 2: Housing Stability & Community Resources - Hear from the Housing Assistance & Safelight organizations
- Option 3: Historic Preservation - Hear from Sam Hayes with the City of Hendersonville
- Option 4: New Ordnances that Impact Residential Property Value - Hear from speakers with the City of Hendersonville
12:15-1:00 PM | Networking Lunch & Community Resource Showcase
1:00-2:00 PM | Community Connections Round Table Discussions - Attendees remain seated while moderators rotate so each group will have time to talk and ask questions from community leaders on:
-Growth & Economic Vitality
-Housing
-Planning, Growth & Infrastructure
-Looking Ahead
2:15-3:15 PM | Final Speakers + Community Leaders Q&A Panel
3:30-5:30 PM | Planning for Tomorrow Cocktail Reception - Join us for an informal closing reception providing speakers, attendees, community partners, and local leaders an opportunity to continue conversations & build connections.
Thank you to all participants & contributors:
City of Hendersonville
Safelight
Housing Assistance
Ecusta Trail
Henderson County Chamber of Commerce
+ More to Come
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Educational Session: Planning & Zoning 101
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Morning Break
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Educational Session: 4 Class Options
🕑: 12:15 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch Break: Food In Lower Ballroom
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:05 PM
Networking Speed Session
🕑: 02:05 PM - 02:20 PM
Afternoon Break
🕑: 02:20 PM - 03:00 PM
Panel Discussion with Local Leaders
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Resource Hallway Still Open
🕑: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Optional: Planning For Tomorrow Cocktail Reception
Event venue & nearby stays
Hendersonville Country Club, 1860 Hebron Road, Hendersonville, United States